Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Employment, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
The primary focus of the Advanced Emergency Medical Technician is to provide basic and limited advanced emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians function as part of a comprehensive EMS response, under medical oversight. Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians perform interventions with the basic and advanced equipment typically found on an ambulance. The Advanced Emergency Medical Technician is a link from the scene to the emergency health care system. Prerequisites: NREMT and valid drivers license.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
40
Hours
320
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Yes
Training Location(s)
Western Technology Center: BF, EC, WF, Hbrt, Sayre
Local WIB
67 - WestRegion
Name of Credential
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
WIOA
Refund Policy
See student handbook at www.westtech.edu
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$250.00
Testing/Exam Fees
$115.00
In-State Tuition
$720.00
Other Fees
$220.00 Polo, Shoes, Pants (required)
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$720.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$1,305.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$1,305.00
